Master in Communication and Web Technologies
Aveiro, Portugal
Master degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
Portuguese
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Master in Communication and Web Technologies
The Master in Communication and Web Technologies (MCTW) arises to meet the training needs of professionals qualified in the conceptualization, development, and evaluation of communication solutions supported by Web technologies, promoting the ability to investigate and propose future solutions, both in current and emerging technologies.
Several scholarship options are available. Please visit the university website for more information.
Year 1
1st Semester
- Technologies and Web Development
- Web Communication Design
- User Experience Design and Assessment
- Creativity and Narratives
- Digital Media Theory
2nd Semester
- Web Project
- Advanced Interfaces
- Digital Accessibility and Compliance
- Product Value Strategies
- Participatory Culture
Year 2
1st Semester
- Data Collection and Analysis In Communication Studies
- Methodologies to Support Dissertation / Project / Internship
2nd Semester
Dissertation / Project / Internship
In this master degree, students are challenged, based on the Project-Based Learning and Challenged Based Learning methodology, to present innovative technology and communication solutions in the context of services and applications based on Web technologies. In this context, the MCTW presents as overall aims of the study cycle, to develop or acquire skills in:
- the conceptualisation of digital products supported by Web technologies;
- the conceptualisation of responsive interfaces for Web services and applications;
- User Experience interfaces assessment;
- development of services and applications using the latest Web technologies;
- conceptualisation and development of tangible interfaces, integrated with digital products for the Web;
- assessment of digital products with the intent of making them accessible to all audiences;
- development of strategies for valuing and promoting digital products for the Web.
The MCTW trains professionals for companies focused on web technologies, from startups to large technology companies, both national and international. As students, it is guaranteed a great demand at the level of research grants for DigiMedia projects and other IU of UA, also enhancing a future career as a researcher.
The Master in MCTW can perform functions in the following areas:
- Conceptualization of Web solutions suitable for different types of devices and interfaces, based on a deep knowledge of current and future Internet-related communication phenomena;
- Specification of interface and interaction solutions;
- Development of Web solutions, using the latest technologies, with a special focus on the client-side component;
- Definition of strategies to enhance the product with a view to its market launch;
- Evaluation of Web solutions in the dimensions of UX, Usability and Accessibility;
- Web project management